Global Clinical Contracts & Budgets Specialist (12-mo)

Zymeworks Inc.; Swords; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Zymeworks Inc. is seeking a Clinical Contracts & Budgets Specialist for a 12-month contract. The role supports CROs, vendors, and cross-functional teams on clinical budgets and contracts, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

The position is hybrid, located in Dublin, Ireland, requiring at least three days on-site per week. You will coordinate bids, develop budgets, and liaise with legal, finance, and study teams to ensure timely and accurate contract management.

Qualifications

• Ability to negotiate external provider work/change orders, clinical site budgets, etc. and track for clinical operations.
• Experience in RFI/RFP development, proposal evaluation, and contract and budget management.
• Excellent organization and time management skills and strong attention to detail, with proven ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Excellent computer skills including advanced knowledge in MS Excel, MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Participate in global CRO and vendor identification and contract negotiations.
• Provide support and expertise in developing clinical contractual agreements, budgets, proposals, and manages obligations with clinical finance and study teams.
• Negotiate final scope of work, budget, and payment schedules with input from stakeholders for service providers.
• Negotiate and document change orders and ensure adherence to contract terms.
• Generate RFIs, RFPs and budget grids for clinical trials.
• Assist Clinical Operations with bid defenses, reviews, and contract lifecycle management.
• Assist Finance with month-end accrual and budget/forecasting needs, including cost-per-patient data.
• Support the global Clinical team with creating and overseeing global site budgets.

Skills

Negotiation

Budget management

Global collaboration

Clinical operations knowledge

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary education in related discipline

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

Zymeworks Inc. is seeking a Clinical Contracts & Budgets Specialist for a 12-month contract. The role supports CROs, vendors, and cross-functional teams on clinical budgets and contracts, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

The position is hybrid, located in Dublin, Ireland, requiring at least three days on-site per week. You will coordinate bids, develop budgets, and liaise with legal, finance, and study teams to ensure timely and accurate contract management.